configure

American  

[kuhn-fig-yer] / kənˈfɪg yər /

verb (used with object)

configured, configuring

1. to design or adapt to form a specific configuration or for some specific purpose.

   The planes are being configured to hold more passengers in each row.

2. Computers.

   1. to put together (a computer or computer system) by supplying, arranging, or connecting a specific set of internal or external components.

      My next laptop will be configured for gaming with a fast processor and lots of memory.

   2. to set up (a software program or device) for a particular computer, computer system, or task.

      to configure the printer for a wireless network.

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configure British  

/ ˌkənˈfɪɡə /

verb

1. to arrange or organize

2. computing to set up (a piece of hardware or software) as required

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Other Word Forms

• configurable adjective
• preconfigure verb (used with object)

Etymology

Origin of configure

Back formation from configuration

Example Sentences

The theater itself is expected to undergo upgrades to its stage, sound and lighting systems, allowing it to be configured more specifically around the show.

From Los Angeles Times

On a cold day, a well configured heat pump system will keep you warm, but by my experience at least, it is unlikely to make the house toastie.

From BBC

You can configure the VPN to automatically connect whenever you’re online or have the app ask you whether or not to connect.

From Salon

The new warehouses, totaling more than 7 million square feet, will offer services including assembling and configuring equipment in data-center racks and transporting the racks to data centers.

From The Wall Street Journal

When the family moved into their home 11 years ago it was only configured to use oil for heating since there were no gas mains nearby.

From BBC

Related Words

• construct